The Santa Fe man wanted for killing two people in cold blood is still on the run, and those who know him said they're terrified.

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Arthur Anaya is said to be so dangerous that police across the country are looking for him.

Many of those who know Anaya asked that their identities not be revealed because they fear for their safety, but they painted a picture of a very troubled, violent man.

A late rent payment is what officials said triggered Anaya, a landlord, to shoot in point-blank range and kill two of his tenants, Theresa Vigil, 51, and her daughter's boyfriend, Austin Urban, 16.

One person who agreed to be interviewed said Anaya is a violent, vengeful man. The person said people who know him weren't surprised -- that it was just a matter of time before he did something terrible.

Some of Anaya's family members moved out of New Mexico because they said he had been so intimidating and "put them through hell."

Court records from years ago show Anaya was found guilty of aggravated assault with a deadly weapon and aggravated battery against a household member.

One person who knew Anaya said one of his victims was his own father, a frail man in his 70s or 80s at the time. The source said Anaya held his own sister at gunpoint and pulled the trigger, but the gun misfired.

People who know or knew Anaya in the past all said they are scared for their lives, and will stay that way until he is captured.

According to court records, Anaya has failed drug tests, and those who know him well said he has been addicted to drugs his whole life.

Investigators said they're not sure whether Anaya was using drugs on Monday.

Anyone with information on Anaya should contact the Santa Fe County Sheriff's Office.

A $1,000 reward is being offered for information leading to his arrest.